HR Advisor (FTC)

USP College; Grays; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in England is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to provide first-class HR advice across the College. This role involves managing HR queries, supporting the full employee lifecycle, and leading initiatives related to wellbeing and performance management. The ideal candidate should have significant HR experience, strong knowledge of employment legislation, and excellent communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a varied and busy environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a HR Advisor role within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation (e.g. discrimination, TUPE, statutory rates).
• Proven experience providing advice on employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support managers on employee relations issues.
• Lead on college-wide wellbeing initiatives and staff engagement.
• Provide accurate payroll administration and reporting each month.

Skills

CIPD Level 5

Experience in HR Advisor role

Knowledge of employment legislation

Organizational skills

Coaching and influencing skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for your next challenge? We're seeking a HR Advisor to provide high-quality, first-line HR advice and support across the College. This is a busy and varied role, where you'll support the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding and wellbeing to employee relations, payroll, and performance management.

Main Purpose of the Role:

To provide first-class HR advice and support to staff, managers, and senior leaders across the College. You will manage a high volume of HR queries, support the employee lifecycle, and play a key role in initiatives such as wellbeing, performance management, absence, and staff development.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will:

• Advise and support managers on employee relations issues including disciplinary, grievance, and capability.
• Coach and develop managers in HR policies, procedures, and good practice.
• Prepare documentation to support managers in effective staff management.
• Lead on college-wide wellbeing initiatives and staff engagement.
• Support the management of short- and long-term absence cases.
• Drive the appraisal and performance management process across the College.
• Support recruitment, including preparing documentation, organising interviews, and onboarding.
• Facilitate monthly staff induction sessions.
• Provide accurate payroll administration and reporting each month.
• Produce HR reports and analysis for senior leaders and external bodies.
• Support with HR administration including contracts, DBS checks, and record keeping.
• Contribute to the review and development of HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure safeguarding, EDI, and health & safety are embedded in all HR practices.
• Undertake ad-hoc HR projects and cross-campus work as required.

About You:

We're looking for someone who is:

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent).
• Significant experience in a HR Advisor role within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation (e.g. discrimination, TUPE, statutory rates).
• Proven experience providing advice on employee relations matters.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider HR team.
• Strong coaching, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience in payroll administration and reporting.
• Experience contributing to HR policy and procedure development.
• Background in the education sector.

The right candidate will have: This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a busy and varied environment. You'll be a confident HR professional who can juggle multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Resilient, approachable, and collaborative, you'll be passionate about driving positive HR practice and making a real difference across the College.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.